News from the Nest
September 24, 2021
The Week Ahead
Monday 9/27 (Day 1)
- HSA Committee Chair Virtual Meeting - 6:30 - 7:00pm
- Virtual Homeroom Parent Meeting - 7:00 - 7:30pm
Tuesday 9/28 (Day 2)
Wednesday 9/29 (Day 3)
-STARS Lunch - 11:45am - 12:30pm
Thursday 9/30 (Day 4)
Friday 10/1 (Day 1)
-Vernfield Spirit Day: Principal's Pick - Disney Day
Last Call for Vernfield Fall Spirit Wear!
Has your child grown out of their favorite Vernfield tee? Are you new to the school? Or missed out on the famous Dr. Graf Vernfield beanie the last time we offered it? Don't delay! You only have until September 27th to place your order.
It takes about 3-4 weeks after the close date before the items come in. New this year are the tie-dye hoodie, ladies hoodie, new colors for our traditional t-shirts, and activewear. We also heard the rave reviews over the teachers' "Pivot" shirts from last year and added that option too.
Order link: https://vernfield-spiritwear-fall-2021.itemorder.com/sale
Sale Date: Now until September 27th
Contact: Betsy Powlus (betsye4@gmail.com)/Diane Meyer (szish.diane@yahoo.com)
HSA Committee Chair Virtual Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/93253816340?pwd=SlU4MWhwOEIvUkczU3FXenlNcjJEdz09
We look forward to seeing all of our HSA Committee Chairs there!
Homeroom Parent Meeting
(https://zoom.us/j/92776659813?pwd=am1wU0lOTWNNaDgzR09jaEd4SElpUT09)
Information about both of these roles will be shared and there will be an opportunity for Homeroom coordinators and parents to ask any questions they may have. We hope to 'see' you there!
Vernfield School Directory
Vernfield Home & School Association (HSA) publishes a PRINTED school directory for each new school year which includes class lists and student contact information. The directory will ONLY be distributed to those families who complete the form at this link Vernfield Elementary School Directory 2021-2022 . If you do not have computer access, please contact the office for a paper form.
Please complete this form by Friday, October 15th, 2021. Only one form per family is required. You may provide as much or as little information as you wish.
Families should please respect the privacy of those listed in the Directory; the intent is private use by families and should not be used for any business purpose. Vernfield Elementary School and the HSA are not responsible for any misuse of this directory. For those families who opt to not be listed in the directory, HSA information will still be sent home via email newsletters and teacher distribution.
A Few More Classroom Helpers Needed!
Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far to provide support for your child's classroom this year. We still need a few more classroom helpers and just a couple classroom coordinators. If you're unsure, please join the meeting on Monday, September 27th to learn more. Then sign-up via the link below:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c0f4eada72fa1ffc16-homeroom/6040898
If you have any questions, please reach out to Kristin Emmons at kristin.m.emmons@gmail.com.
Please Complete the Hands Across the District Volunteer Survey by Oct 1st!
Please follow the link below to fill out the annual Hands Across the District volunteer form. This form lists all known volunteer opportunities that will arise in the coming school year. A list of committees can be found on the Home & School website.
Signing up allows you to get emails regarding the committee/event, and there is no pressure to participate! Please note that not all committees will be fully operational at this time, as in-school volunteering is still on hold. However, we encourage you to sign-up for committees you are interested in, as well as start your volunteer clearances (as per the next section.)
Start Your Volunteer Clearances
Volunteers can be grouped into two categories:
- Casual Volunteers (less than 10 hours per school year and works in the presence of a teacher/administrator with students).
- Program Volunteers (10 or more hours and may have unsupervised contact with students). This includes field trip chaperones.
Please review the details of each type of volunteer on the SASD Volunteer website and fill out the required forms. Program volunteers must also take a PPD skin test for tuberculosis. Please note that at this time, no PPD skin tests are being administered by the school nurse.
All volunteers must fill out the Registration and Disclosure Statement and return it to the office. This must be done each school year. There are also copies available in the Vernfield office.
Please note, Program Volunteers are required to renew these clearances every 60 months. At this time, we are unable to provide clearance status from previous years.
Spirit's Grub Club: Moe's Is Back!!
Back by popular demand! We are hosting a Moe’s Southwest Grill Popup Fundraiser on Tuesday, October 5th in support of our Vernfield Elementary Home & School Association. This means you can take the night off from cooking while supporting our HSA!
These take-home Family Taco Kits are ready to eat when you get home, making your night easier. Plus, for every kit sold, $5 will be donated to our Vernfield Elementary HSA. The Taco Kits feed 4-6, come with all the fixings to make up to 12 tacos, and are $36.99 (+tax). Choose from chicken, ground beef, ½ chicken and ½ ground beef, or vegetarian. Check out the photo below for all that is included!
This is a fun, convenient, and safe way to have dinner ready to pick-up while supporting your favorite organization. Take a much-deserved night off from cooking, order your family a night of tacos, and show your support!
(Please note: we must have a minimum of 15 kits ordered, so be sure to share this event with your friends and family!)
How to Order:
1. Place your order by 10:00am on Tuesday, October 5th. Fill out this form to submit your order: https://form.jotform.com/211153760154144
2. Pick up will be at Vernfield (960 Long Mill Rd) between 5:30-6:00pm on Tuesday, October 5th.
When picking up your order, please stay in your vehicle and tell us your name. We will bring your order right to you and you’ll be on your way! As we did last year, please pull into the school and turn right, as we will utilize the bus loop to distribute the kits.
See you on Tuesday, October 5th. We’re looking forward to it!
Food Service Help Needed
Thank you for your interest!
Birthday Treats
Easy Ways to Help Fundraise!
Please consider helping to raise funds for Home & School using the following:
- Amazon Smile: earn money for VF while shopping on Amazon! Go to smile.amazon.com/about for instructions.
- Box Tops Bonus App: Download the Box Tops Bonus App for your phone or tablet! Find offers, buy products, scan your receipt and earn even MORE box tops for Vernfield!
- ShopRite for My School: earn Box Tops for VF while shopping at ShopRite! Register your PricePlus club card at: https://www.shopriteformyschool.com/en/Register-my-Card.
- Coca Cola Give: Sign up at https://us.coca-cola.com/give/schools/ then just scan your product or enter your product code and watch the funds grow.
Upcoming Dates
- Spirit's Grub Club: Moe's Southwest Grill
Oct 8th - Spirit Day - Wear VF Spirit Wear or Blue & Gold
HSA Executive Board Members
President: Meg Dick; meg213@gmail.com
VP Fundraising: Julie Gerhart; jmgerhart@prodigy.net
VP Communications: Mandy Merrill; amhansen@gmail.com
Secretary: Kristin Emmons; kristin.m.emmons@gmail.com
Co-Treasurer: Alisha Reynolds; areynolds626@yahoo.com
Co-Treasurer: Wendy Clemmer; wendy.clemmer@gmail.com
Stay in Touch with Vernfield Home & School!
Vernfield Elementary School
Website: vernfield.soudertonsd.org
Location: 960 Long Mill Road, Telford, PA, United States
Phone: 215-721-0606
Twitter: @SASD_Vernfield